- Position Title
- Health Technician
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTG-12710771-25-KW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025 to Wednesday, April 2, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
2.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience and/or education or training that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
The Occupational Series 0640 includes an Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR). Candidates may not hold a position in this series without meeting one of the IOR requirements established by OPM.
1.
You must possess the following: Positions in this series range widely in type and include support duties to medical or health personnel such as audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and optometrists. Therefore, technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled.
Specialized Experience Requirement - In addition to the IOR, candidates must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to a the least the next lower grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that are typically in or related to the position to be filled.
2.
GS-6 - Specialized Experience - Health Technician. You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-5 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes but not limited to:
Ability to obtain, record, and interpret all vital signs.
Ability to obtain, record and interpret information from limited interviews and be able to report pertinent information promptly to the emergency care team.
Ability to perform, record and interpret the clinical relevance of accu-checks.
Ability to monitor foley catheters.
Ability to perform ordered breathing treatments and monitor and record vital signs before and after.
Knowledge necessary to instruct patients on how to perform peak flows and ability to follow up on their performance.
Ability to apply, educate, and document use of splints, canes, crutches.
Ability to apply dressings and perform dressing changes and suture removal.
Ability to recognize and make an independent, timely, appropriate initial response to an urgent/emergent situation and to seek immediate assistance as needed.
Ability to perform phlebotomy and gather other lab specimens and process the same in accordance with all policies, rules and regulations of the laboratory, medical center, and all regulatory agencies.
Extensive knowledge of infection control policies and practices to keep the work environment safe for staff, patients, and families.
Knowledge of administrative duties is required in order to check patients in and out of the area, process admissions, and obtain beds for patients requiring admission.
Knowledge is required of patient eligibility for a wide variety of issues as well as a basic knowledge of CPT-4and ICD-9-CM coding.
OR,
Education - Graduate education or an internship meets the specialized experience required above GS-5 only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the one year of full-time study requirement. Part-time graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.
OR,
Combination of Education and Experience - Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an equal combination of specialized experience and graduate education. (Resume and Transcript Required).
PLEASE NOTE: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Ability to obtain, record, and interpret all vital signs.
Ability to obtain, record and interpret information from limited interviews and be able to report pertinent information promptly to the emergency care team.
Ability to perform, record and interpret the clinical relevance of accu-checks.
Ability to monitor foley catheters.
Ability to perform ordered breathing treatments and monitor and record vital signs before and after.
Knowledge necessary to instruct patients on how to perform peak flows and ability to follow up on their performance.
Ability to apply, educate, and document use of splints, canes, crutches.
Ability to apply dressings and perform dressing changes and suture removal.
Ability to recognize and make an independent, timely, appropriate initial response to an urgent/emergent situation and to seek immediate assistance as needed.
Ability to perform phlebotomy and gather other lab specimens and process the same in accordance with all policies, rules and regulations of the laboratory, medical center, and all regulatory agencies.
Extensive knowledge of infection control policies and practices to keep the work environment safe for staff, patients, and families.
Knowledge of administrative duties is required in order to check patients in and out of the area, process admissions, and obtain beds for patients requiring admission.
Knowledge is required of patient eligibility for a wide variety of issues as well as a basic knowledge of CPT-4and ICD-9-CM coding.
OR,
Education - Graduate education or an internship meets the specialized experience required above GS-5 only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the one year of full-time study requirement. Part-time graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.
OR,
Combination of Education and Experience - Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an equal combination of specialized experience and graduate education. (Resume and Transcript Required).
PLEASE NOTE: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Obtain lab specimens and transport blood, etc. to lab in accordance with lab regulations and standards.
4.
Take vital signs, dressing changes, EKGs, assist with procedures, phlebotomy, accu-checks, splinting, etc.
5.
Demonstrates competence utilizing special equipment needed to perform job duties.
6.
Transport patients to and from clinics throughout the hospital.
7.
Exercise a high degree of coordinating ability and utilize the utmost tact, poise, and diplomacy in dealing with professional and administrative personnel within and outside the facility.
8.
Demonstrates professional behavior (i.e., respect others, collegiality, ability to accept constructive criticism), effective communication and interpersonal skills.
9.
Receive and respond to patients' inquiries concerning a variety of medical, personnel, and administrative matters.
10.
Provide follow-up care instructions and demonstrations to patients.
11.
Interacts and communicates appropriately with patients and family members.
Certification of Understanding - Select the appropriate answer to the statement below. Failure to provide an answer will result in your not being considered for this position.
12.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated and that responding "No" or providing no response to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
INSTRUCTIONS: RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.